Calendar of Events: April 2008
Tuesday April 1, 2008
3 to 7 p.m.
Wellness Clinic
Pet Quarters, 147 Bath Road, Brunswick. Care for healthy dogs and cats, including vaccinations, heartworm/Lyme tests, microchipping and parasite control. FMI: 373-0432 or www.drhokkanen.com.
Saturday April 5, 2008
Vaccination Clinic
The Animal House, 372 Main Street, Damariscotta
Karin Tichy, DVM, will be available for a low-cost vaccination clinic, which will include rabies, distemper, Lyme/Heartworm, and more. Please bring any vaccination records you may have. No appointment necessary. FMI: 563-5595.
Sunday April 6, 2008
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Downeast Dog Scouts Troop 159 Meeting
Mount Desert Island, Somesville Fire Station
Activities for the April meeting include: Completion of recording members and their dogs for the Dog Scout Test, planning for future community education and community service activities and a walk with the dogs. The Downeast Dog Scouts Troop is a membership organization in Hancock County that promotes responsible dog guardianship and increases the awareness of the human/canine bond. The troop offers many educational and fun dog centered activities. The Downeast Dog Scouts Troop is affiliated with the Dog Scouts of America. Information about the Dog Scouts of America is available at www.dogscouts.org. FMI: 664-2994 or downeastdogscouts@yahoogroups.com.
9 a.m.
All Breed Fun Day!!
Baker School Gymnasium, Capitol St. Augusta.
Practice your conformation handling skills in morning session from 9 to 10:30 a.m. for $5. Conformation run throughs are from 10:45 a.m. to 12 p.m. also for $5. There will be AKC Canine Good Citizen Testing from 9 to 11 a.m. ($10 per dog) From 12:30 to 3 p.m. there will be both obedience and rally run throughs for $5. FMI: Phyllis 474-3766 or woodlandfarm@prexar.com.
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. cats
1 to 4 p.m. dogs
Wellness Clinic
Pet Quarters, 744 Stillwater Drive, Bangor. Care for healthy dogs and cats, including vaccinations, heartworm/Lyme tests, microchipping and parasite control. FMI: 947-3791
or www.drhokkanen.com.
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Tender Touch Vaccination Clinics
Kennel Shop, Shaws Plaza, 4 Scammon St, Saco
Low cost vaccination clinics for dogs, cats and ferrets. Services include Lyme, FeLv, Rabies,Distemper, Heartworm testing and prevention and more. FMI: 282-2850.
Tuesday April 8, 2008
3 to 7 p.m.
Wellness Clinic
Pet Quarters, 17 Marketplace Drive, Augusta. Care for healthy dogs and cats, including vaccinations, heartworm/Lyme tests, microchipping and parasite control. FMI: 622-4201 or www.drhokkanen.com.
Saturday April 12, 2008
9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
The Basics of TTouch Bodywork
Paw-zn-Around, 8 New County Road (route 5), Saco.
“A Gentle Approach to Influence Behavior, Health, & Performance." The Tellington Touch method is a great compliment to training. Anyone can learn to do the TTouches and your dog will love you for it. The goal of the TTouch bodywork is to stimulate the function and vitality of the cells and to activate unused neural pathways to the brain. Stress-reducing hormones are released, and your dog learns to gain trust in you as well as awareness and confidence in himself. TTouch has been successfully used to solve typical behavior problems such as excessive barking, anxiety, carsickness,shyness, aggressiveness, grooming issues, as well as aiding in the healing of injuries and disease. Learning the TTouch method is sure to improve your relationship with your pet as well as enhance your dog’s willingness and ability to learn. FMI: Carolyn 929-4482 or www.ttouch.com.
10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Rabies Plus! Clinic
Coastal Humane Society, 30 Range Road, Brunswick.
The Coastal Humane Society will be hosting a Rabies Plus! Clinic on Saturday, April 12 from 10 A.M. to 12 Noon at the shelter on 30 Range Road in Brunswick. Ear cleaning and nail trimming are $5 - $10 each. Microchipping is available for $25 per pet. Rabies vaccinations are available for dogs and cats only at $10 each. Please bring previous rabies certificate if possible. All proceeds benefit the animals at the Coastal Humane Society. Call 725-5051 for more information or log on to our website at www.coastalhumanesociety.org.
April 12-13
Casco Bay Dog Training Club Obedience Trial
Happy Tails, 119 Bishop Street, Portland
Hard-working dogs of all breeds from novice through utility in Obedience and novice through excellent in Rally come with their handlers from all over the eastern US to compete in the two-day event. More information, info@cascobaydogtraining.org, or call 615-9663.
Sunday April 13, 2008
10:30 am - noon
Pugusta Club Meeting
Join central Maine's spoiled pugs for the last indoor meeting! Great folks, great dogs. Visiting pugs should be vaccinated for kennel cough before attending indoor meetings. FMI: www.pugusta.org.
Entries taken from 10 to 11 a.m.
Rockingham County Kennel Club All Breed Spring Match
Dover, New Hampshire Ice Arena.
AKC All Breed B-MATCH & CGC Tests
Entries taken from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Conformation judging begins at 11:30 a.m. Entry fees are: $12 per dog, per entry. Professional handlers only on owned or co-owned dogs. No dogs with more than 1 major. Puppies must be at least 4 months old and have been immunized. Classes divided by gender: Puppy 4-6, 6-9, 9-12 months novice open. Junior Showmanship judging at 11 a.m. Enter at ringside for $2. Dog must be entered in regular classes. Clases divided by age on day of match: Novice open for Junior (8 - 13 YEARS OLD) Novice Open for Senior (14 - 17 YEARS OLD).
Conformation Judges - Breed, Group, Juniors & Best Puppy and Best Adult in Match assignments will be drawn on day of match. Canine Good Citizen Tests: Fee of $30. All dogs over 4 months of age are eligible. Not limited to registered dogs. Bring proof of current rabies inoculation and the dog’s brush or comb. Test cannot be taken with a prong, Halti or gentle leader collar on dog. FMI: J. Sparhawk Gardner at sparhawk@surfglobal.net
Tuesday April 15, 2008
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Coastal Maine Great Dane Rescue Meet and Greet
Pet Pantry, Freeport
Meet our rescued Great Danes and learn more about this wonderful breed. FMI: 729-0679.
Wednesday April 16, 2008
Eat for Pete
Assorted Restaurants in and around Lewiston/Auburn.
Eat at participating restaurants in Lewiston, Auburn and the surrounding community and 10% of the food sales will be donated to the Greater Androscoggin Humane Society. FMI: Contact the Humane Society @ 783-2311 or visit www.gahumane.org.
Friday April 18, 2008
April 18-20 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily
Agility Seminar with Stacy Peardot-Goudy
Wag It Training Center, Lincolnville
April 18, Beginning to compete to level 3; April 19 and 20, Level 3 to Masters (working and auditing slots available). Preregistration required. FMI: Sumac Grant-Johnson, sumac@leapingdogs.com.
9 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.
Exploring the Link Between Animal Cruelty and Human Violence Training
Florian Hall, Public Safety Building, Augusta.
Did you know that many battered women will not leave abusive situations out of fear for their pets? Did you know that animal abusers are more likely to be violent against their spouses, kids and people in general? Did you know that Maine was the first state to include pets in Protection From Abuse Orders? If this information is intriguing to you, why not join us for a day-long seminar to learn all the basics on the link between animal abuse and human violence? FMI: 775-2224 or klisnik@humanesociety.org.
4 to 6 p.m.
Wellness Clinic
Mother Nature's Pet Center, 561 Maine Avenue, Farmingdale. Care for healthy dogs and cats, including vaccinations, heartworm/Lyme tests, microchipping and parasite control. FMI: 582-3580 or www.drhokkanen.com.
Saturday April 19, 2008
12 to 2 p.m.
Short Nails 4 Dinky Dogs
Dinky Dogs Social Club & Salon 1050 Congress Street Portland.
The $5 nail clipping fee will be donated to The Cyrus Fund helping lower income families afford pet care.
FMI: 774-7704 or www.dinkyDogs.biz
9:30 a.m. to noon.
Vaccination and Heartworm Clinic
The Animal House, 372 Main Street, Damariscotta
No appointment necessary. Cats in carriers and well-behaved dogs on leashes. Please bring any vaccination records you may have. Services: Rabies: $10, Feline FVRCP Distemper: $15,
Canine Distemper: $15, Lyme: $25, Feline Leukemia: $17, 4DX Heartworm/Lyme Test: $35. FMI:
563-5595.
9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Walk in Harmony
Paw-zn-Around, 8 New County Road (route 5), Saco.
“Learn to Help your Dog Walk Politely on Leash." Unfortunately dogs these days spend a lot of time on leash. Why do so many dogs pull their owners around the neighborhood? Using a combination of The Third Way and Tellington Touch training methods, this class will explore different techniques to help dogs and handlers enjoy their leash walks. We will discuss the physics of leash walking, the Balance Leash, and leash walking using two points of contact. If you would like to use a head collar, you will learn how to gently introduce it to your dog and how to use it most effectively. Other various management devices will also be discussed to help find the right solution for each dog and handler team. We will explore using TTouch body wraps, practice meeting other dog & handler teams, as well as have fun with the “Playground of Higher Learning.” This class is suitable for dogs that pull on the leash, dogs that don’t want to move forward, or for puppies just learning what the leash is all about. FMI:Carolyn 929-4482, or www.paw-zn-around.com.
TBD: go to www.sopodog.com for time
Earth Day Clean-up
Hinckley Park, South Portland
In a combined effort with the South Portland Land Trust, the South Portland Dog Owners Group will be working on an Earth Day Clean-up at Hinckley Park. FMI: www.sopodog.com or 207-671-6393.
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Nail Trim Clinic
Pet Quarters, Marketplace Drive, Augusta Nail Trim Clinic held by Leslie Main of Canines & Cats. The entire $5 cost will be donated to Save Our Strays, a volunteer animal resources group that helps animals in need. FMI: Call 622-4201.
Sunday April 20, 2008
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Rabies & Microchip Clinic!
North Berwick Community Center, Lebanon Road, North Berwick
$10.00 per Rabies Vaccine. Dogs must be on leashes, Cats and Ferrets in carriers. ALL towns are welcomed! To Benefit Another Chance Animal Rescue. FMI: boomer@acanimalrescue.org.
Viewing - noon
Silent auction - 12:30 p.m.
Live auction - 1 p.m.
German Shepherd Rescue of New England's 9th Annual Benefit Auction
American Legion Hall, 162 Winn St. Burlington
Live & Silent Auction. Enjoy bidding and winning many terrific dog supplies, items for the dog-lover, German Shepherd Dog collectibles, and numerous unique treasures for yourself or someone on your gift list. Viewing will begin at noon. The Silent auction starts at 12:30pm. The Live auction begins at 1:00PM. Baked goods will be available. Proceeds will provide veterinary services, medicine, food, and other necessities for the German Shepherds in GSRNE's foster care until they can be placed in their permanent homes.GSRNE is a non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing and finding homes (and sometimes important jobs) for German Shepherds throughout New England. Check our website www.gsrne.org for more info about our group and the auction, and see photos of wonderful GSDs in need of good homes. Hotline: 978-443-2202
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. cats
1 to 4 p.m. dogs
Wellness Clinic
Pet Quarters, 765 Roosevelt Trail, Windham. Care for healthy dogs and cats, including vaccinations, heartworm/Lyme tests, microchipping and parasite control. FMI: 894-7250 or www.drhokkanen.com.
9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Tender Touch Vaccination Clinics
The Kennel Shop, Millcreek So. Portland Location
Low Cost vaccination clinics for cats, dogs and ferrets. Services include Distemper, Rabies, Lyme, FeLv, Heartworm testing and prevention, and more. FMI: 207-799-7282
Tuesday April 22, 2008
3 to 6 p.m. cats only
Wellness Clinic for Cats
Pet Quarters, 486 Payne Road, Scarborough. Care for healthy cats, including vaccinations, heartworm/Lyme tests, microchipping and parasite control. FMI: 885-5005
or www.drhokkanen.com.
Thursday April 24, 2008
6:00 – 6:45 pm What are you Feeding Your Dog?
6:45 – 7:30 Making Homemade Doggie Biscuits
Kids, Dogs & Baking!
Paris Farmers Union, 13 Sandy Creek, Rd, Bridgton
A fun evening making homemade dog biscuits and a presentation by Jason Harris of Blue Seal Feeds, Inc. learning about dog foods. We will have lots of easy recipes to make biscuits right at home. All ingredients and materials will be supplied. Baking will have to be done at home, but you'll be sent home with doggie dough, a cookie cutter, and recipes.This is a free event open to the public. Please make reservations by April 20. Call 647-2383.
Saturday April 26, 2008
9 a.m. registration opens
Show N’ Go with Raffle
North Yarmouth
Local agility competitor and instructor Anne Andrle and Border Collie Ski will be one of 12 team members representing the United States at this year’s World Agility Championships in Ingelmunster, Belgium. Support the team on their trip. Raffle items to include private lessons from Anne, Cindy Ratner, Liz Langham, as well as other great doggie items! All proceeds will be made payable directly to USDAA IFCS 2008 Team Sponsorship after the event.
9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Help for the Shy Dog
Paw-zn-Around, 8 New County Road (route 5), Saco.
“Gaining Confidence in the World." Like People, dogs are individuals, and some dogs just seem to have a harder time coping with social situations. This class will introduce different training techniques, including Tellington Touch, to help students discover ways to help their dog feel more
confident and safe outside of their own home. Class time will consist of discussions, body work, leash work, and time on the Playground of Higher Learning. Our goals will be to help our dogs learn to relax and enjoy life more. Although the dogs will determine the pace of the class, handlers will learn ways to continue building confidence in their canine companions so that they can both enjoy life to the fullest. FMI: Carolyn 929-4482, or www.paw-zn-around.com.
2 p.m.
How To Read Your Dog : Behaviors and Body Language
Belfast Free Library, Abbott Room, Belfast
Don Hanson, nationally recognized certified dog behaviorist, will make a multi-media presentation on canin behavioral language and stress signals. FMI: cgood@roadrunner.com or www.fobp.org/belfastdogpark.html.
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Above and Beyond Great Dane Rescue to be featured at the Animal House
The Animal House, 372 Main Street, Damariscotta
Above and Beyond Great Dane Rescue (AABGDR) will be featured at The Animal House Adoption Center. A representative will be available for a "meet-and-greet" and to answer questions about the Great Danes available for adoption, and the adoption process. FMI: 563-5595 or www.theanimalhouse.net.
Sunday April 27, 2008
10 a.m. to noon
Tender Touch Vaccination Clinics
Low Cost vaccination clinics for cats, dogs and ferrets. Services include Distemper, Rabies, Lyme, FeLv, Heartworm testing and prevention, and more. FMI: 207-797-0779
Monday April 28, 2008
April 28-30
2008 Annual conference for animal care and control professionals
Learning experiences, networking with your colleagues and plenty of fun! Sponsored by the New England Federation of Humane Societies. Visit www.newenglandfed.org to download the registration info and conference brochure. Scholarship opportunities available. FMI: klisnik@humanesociety.org
Tuesday April 29, 2008
3 to 7 p.m.
Wellness Clinic
Pet Quarters, 147 Bath Road, Brunswick. Care for healthy dogs and cats, including vaccinations, heartworm/Lyme tests, microchipping and parasite control. FMI: 373-0432 or www.drhokkanen.com.
